ArcWear™

ArcWear is dedicated to providing the best information possible on protection from electrical arc hazards and flash fire conditions. You'll find a robust library of the latest knowledge on arc flash safety for your reference—regulations and test videos, articles and books, industry links, heat calculators and more.

Founder Hugh Hoagland works with electric utilities, electricians, manufacturers, other consultants, and the standards organizations to develop and test new arc safety products and services. Together they provide current information on arc resistant materials and best practices for hazard assessment, training, clothing, PPE and safety programs to prevent or mitigate the devastating effects of electric arc flashes.

Hugh also works extensively with product development engineers to create textiles, fibers, garment and PPE solutions for the electric arc and flash fire hazards. If you have a particular fabric question or testing need, please click here for more information.

Can't find what you are looking for? Email your arc flash question to arctesting@arcwear.com.